Driver (Part-Time)

Driver (Part-Time)


Company
Sunnyside Community Services
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) is seeking a responsible, caring part-time driver to safely transport older adults to and from our Older Adult Center and program activities, including Adult Day Services for persons with dementia or Alzheimer’s. This position follows a split-shift schedule, with 2–3 hours worked in the morning and an additional 2 hours in the afternoon, separated by a break.

SCS is a multi-service, community-based organization providing a broad range of services to approximately 16,000 people each year. Our services include: pre-kindergarten and after school programs; college prep and career programs for teens and young adults; supports for immigrants; a vibrant Older Adult Center, dedicated home care services, support and assistance for family caregivers, and social adult day program for people with cognitive and physical impairments.

Responsibilities
• Safely operate agency vehicles (small bus), no CDL required.
• Assist passengers, including those with mobility devices, with entry/exit and securing seatbelts.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Keep accurate records of mileage, fuel, and passenger logs.
• Follow all traffic laws, agency policies, and safety procedures, and NYC Aging Standards.
• Conduct calls to confirm daily attendance.

Qualifications
• Valid NYS driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Clean driving record (no DWI convictions, no moving violations in past 2 years).
• Ability to operate lift equipment and secure wheelchairs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing.

Physical Requirements

Driving, bending, sitting, stooping, standing, and lifting. Ability to carry or move moderate size objects (40-60 lbs). Must have vision of 20/40 or better.

Working Conditions

Work is performed inside/outside in all types of weather conditions. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Reports to: OAC Transportation Coordinator

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 4-5 hours per day. Hours vary, split shift.

Compensation: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour

How To Apply

Send cover letter and resume [email protected]. Please indicate “Driver-Part-Time” in email subject line.

All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply

Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported.

Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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